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Asian Art and Emporium | March 12, 2026

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 10:00AM EDT
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The day starts with 180+ lots of Asian arts to include items descended in the family of Anson Burlingame, a 19th century diplomat to China, a lifetime collection of snuff bottles of jade, stone, and porcelain, and carved stone seals, and a family collection of early underglaze blue and Qing porcelains from estate of Wm. Sauer, D.C., sold to benefit the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, Norfolk, Virginia. The auction ends with 250+ lots of American and British paintings, folk art, and furniture, Southern pottery, sterling silver, and Steiff animals, which includes a 6 ft. camel.
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Lot 1275

Converted Wall-Mounted Iron Oil Lamp with Shades

Estimate: $100 - $300
Starting Bid
$50

Bid Increments

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$100 $50
$1,000 $100
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$3,000 $250
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$10,000 $1,000
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$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

early 20th century, wrought iron with black paint, brass burner assembly, scrollwork throughout, frosted glass globe with engraved starbursts, 23-3/8 x 8-1/2 x 14 in. with globe; with associated glass hurricane shade, 10-1/8 x 3-1/8 x 3-1/8 in.

Provenance: Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection

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Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection

not tested for functionality, surface dirt and accretion, some areas of paint flaking and loss, some decorative spearheads missing at burner assembly, some breaks to shade holder, globe with wear, fleabites, and 3/8 in. chip and associated crack to base, wires cut Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.